Depression Therapists in Fort Mill, SC
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Robert S Pennello Sr.
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LCMHCS, NCC, LPC SC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Fort Mill, SC 29707 (Online Only)
I'm a licensed clinical supervisor and I treat all types of psychological issues, specializing in work with Individuals with Depression, Anxiety, OCD, Grief/Loss, Life Transitions, Couples and Family Therapy and Life Coaching.
Seeking out a therapist can be an intimidating venture, so I make it my priority within the first contacts to help the client feel relaxed and confident in my expertise to assist them while creating an environment of safety and trust where they can examine, experience and process their own thoughts, feelings, or anything that they deem important. As your therapist, I empathically listen while doing my best to answer any questions that may arise in therapy. This approach creates a forum where the client feels comfortable to share their struggles and helps them alleviate barriers and fosters an authentic therapeutic connection.
I'm a licensed clinical supervisor and I treat all types of psychological issues, specializing in work with Individuals with Depression, Anxiety, OCD, Grief/Loss, Life Transitions, Couples and Family Therapy and Life Coaching.
Seeking out a therapist can be an intimidating venture, so I make it my priority within the first contacts to help the client feel relaxed and confident in my expertise to assist them while creating an environment of safety and trust where they can examine, experience and process their own thoughts, feelings, or anything that they deem important. As your therapist, I empathically listen while doing my best to answer any questions that may arise in therapy. This approach creates a forum where the client feels comfortable to share their struggles and helps them alleviate barriers and fosters an authentic therapeutic connection.
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My specialty is Trauma, PTSD, Depression, and Anxiety.
When looking for a therapist, you want someone you connect with, someone with whom you believe you can be vulnerable, and someone to help you meet your therapy goals. I invite you to explore and identify these characteristics of the person you want on this journey with you. I would be overjoyed if you allowed me to walk alongside you on your new journey to new patterns and healthy behaviors.
My specialty is Trauma, PTSD, Depression, and Anxiety.
When looking for a therapist, you want someone you connect with, someone with whom you believe you can be vulnerable, and someone to help you meet your therapy goals. I invite you to explore and identify these characteristics of the person you want on this journey with you. I would be overjoyed if you allowed me to walk alongside you on your new journey to new patterns and healthy behaviors.
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Ebony has experience serving children, teens, adult women and families. As a school counselor for ten years and while currently serving as a Supervised Licensed Professional Counselor Associate (LPC-A) , she has helped individuals manage and find relief from depression, anxiety, postpartum depression, anger issues, work related stress, and challenging family dynamics. Ebony enjoys helping individuals gain control of their thoughts, and actions. She also loves helping her clients find reasons to be thankful, realize their self worth, and identify sources of happiness in their lives!
Ebony has experience serving children, teens, adult women and families. As a school counselor for ten years and while currently serving as a Supervised Licensed Professional Counselor Associate (LPC-A) , she has helped individuals manage and find relief from depression, anxiety, postpartum depression, anger issues, work related stress, and challenging family dynamics. Ebony enjoys helping individuals gain control of their thoughts, and actions. She also loves helping her clients find reasons to be thankful, realize their self worth, and identify sources of happiness in their lives!
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Koi Counseling and Wellness
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, LPC, LPCS, NCC, CCTP
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Fort Mill, SC 29708
At Koi Counseling and Wellness, we understand that facing anxiety, depression, or trauma can be challenging.
At Koi Counseling and Wellness, we support individuals of all ages struggling with anxiety, depression, stress, trauma, and relationship issues. Our therapies, including Brainspotting, EMDR, and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), help address these challenges by processing deep-seated emotions, reprocessing traumatic memories, and fostering meaningful actions. We also offer play in counseling for children to express and resolve their emotions effectively.
At Koi Counseling and Wellness, we understand that facing anxiety, depression, or trauma can be challenging.
At Koi Counseling and Wellness, we support individuals of all ages struggling with anxiety, depression, stress, trauma, and relationship issues. Our therapies, including Brainspotting, EMDR, and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), help address these challenges by processing deep-seated emotions, reprocessing traumatic memories, and fostering meaningful actions. We also offer play in counseling for children to express and resolve their emotions effectively.
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Mildred B Tillman
EdS, MA, LCMHC/S, LPC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Fort Mill, SC 29708 (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
People have the freedom and power to change; that is why my counseling approach is client centered. My experience and credentials enable me to offer effective outpatient mental health counseling. The goal is to help you grow from your struggles, heal from your pain, and move forward to where you want to be in life. If you are experiencing issues with anger, anxiety, depression, PTSD, grief and loss, or other life transitions, support is available.
People have the freedom and power to change; that is why my counseling approach is client centered. My experience and credentials enable me to offer effective outpatient mental health counseling. The goal is to help you grow from your struggles, heal from your pain, and move forward to where you want to be in life. If you are experiencing issues with anger, anxiety, depression, PTSD, grief and loss, or other life transitions, support is available.
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I specialize in working with individuals that have Trauma, Anxiety, Depression, and ADHD.
I do not think that there is an "ideal" client. Everyone has their own needs and I am here to help you accomplish your goals!
I specialize in working with individuals that have Trauma, Anxiety, Depression, and ADHD.
I do not think that there is an "ideal" client. Everyone has their own needs and I am here to help you accomplish your goals!
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Beverly Tracy
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LISW-CP
Verified Verified
Fort Mill, SC 29708 (Online Only)
My sessions focus on learning about you and your concerns, inviting you to practice techniques to focus on anxiety, depression, grief and loss, stress, and other worrisome issues that are interfering with your life.
Do you put on a happy face to get through the day but inside feel like you want to scream or cry? I can relate. Most people don't have the option to crawl in a hole, stay in bed all day and night, or hide from the world. But when you suffer with anxiety or depression, that's probably what you feel like doing. The problem is, hiding won't make those feelings go away. Do you feel stuck or think there is no hope of feeling better? Do you fight racing thoughts at night instead of sleeping? I can help.
My sessions focus on learning about you and your concerns, inviting you to practice techniques to focus on anxiety, depression, grief and loss, stress, and other worrisome issues that are interfering with your life.
Do you put on a happy face to get through the day but inside feel like you want to scream or cry? I can relate. Most people don't have the option to crawl in a hole, stay in bed all day and night, or hide from the world. But when you suffer with anxiety or depression, that's probably what you feel like doing. The problem is, hiding won't make those feelings go away. Do you feel stuck or think there is no hope of feeling better? Do you fight racing thoughts at night instead of sleeping? I can help.
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Shannon Dervay
Licensed Professional Counselor, MEd, LPC, LCMHC, NBCC, LCAS
Verified Verified
Fort Mill, SC 29708
I have extensive experience in working with people who have a history of addiction, anxiety/ depression, relationship/family problems & self-worth issues.
No Day But Today! My mantra for living a genuine, purposeful & passionate life & one in which guides my clinical practice with clients. No doubt life can be hard. It can strip away our self-worth, feelings of hope & our ability to find happiness in life. At times, we can resolve issues on our own however at other times the help from a compassionate & professionally trained therapist can make a significant difference. So long as you have "hope" & are willing to do some "work" & trust the "process" I feel confident in my ability to help you begin to feel better.
I have extensive experience in working with people who have a history of addiction, anxiety/ depression, relationship/family problems & self-worth issues.
No Day But Today! My mantra for living a genuine, purposeful & passionate life & one in which guides my clinical practice with clients. No doubt life can be hard. It can strip away our self-worth, feelings of hope & our ability to find happiness in life. At times, we can resolve issues on our own however at other times the help from a compassionate & professionally trained therapist can make a significant difference. So long as you have "hope" & are willing to do some "work" & trust the "process" I feel confident in my ability to help you begin to feel better.
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Free N Deed/Christian Counseling
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LISW, LCSW, RN
Verified Verified
Fort Mill, SC 29716
Waitlist for new clients
As a licensed psychotherapist for over 20 years I have worked with a variety of populations in different settings. I have extensive experience in marital counseling, and have worked with many people struggling with anxiety, depression, anger and other issues. What my experience has taught me is that people's problems are often multifaceted and complex, and that a holistic approach is most likely to produce the best results. My approach is grounded in the latest research, and will address the environmental, spiritual and psychological roots of your problem.
As a licensed psychotherapist for over 20 years I have worked with a variety of populations in different settings. I have extensive experience in marital counseling, and have worked with many people struggling with anxiety, depression, anger and other issues. What my experience has taught me is that people's problems are often multifaceted and complex, and that a holistic approach is most likely to produce the best results. My approach is grounded in the latest research, and will address the environmental, spiritual and psychological roots of your problem.
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Nicole Moriarty: Trauma Resolution Therapy
Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor, MS, LPC
Verified Verified
Fort Mill, SC 29708
The good news is that you don't have to let trauma (or anxiety or depression, or any other issue!) run your life anymore.
There is a solution. There is hope. And there is healing. Anxiety, depression, disordered eating, self-harm, suicidal thoughts, disruption in relationships, substance abuse, and on and on. These are curable, changeable, healable issues. When you go straight to the root of the issue, you can bring deep, lasting change. And we now know that the root of every mental health disorder (and many physical diseases as well) is some form of unresolved trauma. Trauma refers to any moment in our lives that our resources were overwhelmed. Big or small, single events or years-long patterns-if we don't have the support to process it, we store it.
The good news is that you don't have to let trauma (or anxiety or depression, or any other issue!) run your life anymore.
There is a solution. There is hope. And there is healing. Anxiety, depression, disordered eating, self-harm, suicidal thoughts, disruption in relationships, substance abuse, and on and on. These are curable, changeable, healable issues. When you go straight to the root of the issue, you can bring deep, lasting change. And we now know that the root of every mental health disorder (and many physical diseases as well) is some form of unresolved trauma. Trauma refers to any moment in our lives that our resources were overwhelmed. Big or small, single events or years-long patterns-if we don't have the support to process it, we store it.
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Rayni Collins
Licensed Professional Counselor, BC-DMT, LPCS, LCMHCS
Verified Verified
8 Endorsed
Fort Mill, SC 29715
I help creative minded people like you overcome anxiety, depression, insomnia, and old emotional wounds.
Sometimes you fully embrace feeling different and awesome! But sometimes worries (anxiety) make your heart race, sadness ( depression) dims your energy, and sleep feels impossible (insomnia). Maybe past hurts (attachment trauma) make connecting hard. You want peace, rest, and joy to unleash your full potential! Therapy helps by understanding and calming those worries, tackling sad feelings, finding healthy sleep habits, and healing past hurts. So you can shine bright, connect authentically, and live a life filled with more moments of happiness!
I help creative minded people like you overcome anxiety, depression, insomnia, and old emotional wounds.
Sometimes you fully embrace feeling different and awesome! But sometimes worries (anxiety) make your heart race, sadness ( depression) dims your energy, and sleep feels impossible (insomnia). Maybe past hurts (attachment trauma) make connecting hard. You want peace, rest, and joy to unleash your full potential! Therapy helps by understanding and calming those worries, tackling sad feelings, finding healthy sleep habits, and healing past hurts. So you can shine bright, connect authentically, and live a life filled with more moments of happiness!
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Kristian Gibson-Ford
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Fort Mill, SC 29708
My counseling practice is tailored to working adults with issues including relationship difficulties, depression, anxiety, grief and loss, and parenting issues.
Now Accepting New Clients! Tell me what’s going on. I am here for you. I understand that you may be going through a lot right now, and may be feeling overwhelmed, depressed, stressed, or anxious, but that is why I am here to help you. I enjoy working with those in all stages of their career life whether they are just getting started, in the middle, or in retirement. My practice areas include: Trauma and emotional safety, relationship and communication, self-esteem and shame, life and career transitions, grief and loss, anxiety and depression, stress and time management, emotional wellbeing and mindfulness.
My counseling practice is tailored to working adults with issues including relationship difficulties, depression, anxiety, grief and loss, and parenting issues.
Now Accepting New Clients! Tell me what’s going on. I am here for you. I understand that you may be going through a lot right now, and may be feeling overwhelmed, depressed, stressed, or anxious, but that is why I am here to help you. I enjoy working with those in all stages of their career life whether they are just getting started, in the middle, or in retirement. My practice areas include: Trauma and emotional safety, relationship and communication, self-esteem and shame, life and career transitions, grief and loss, anxiety and depression, stress and time management, emotional wellbeing and mindfulness.
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Do you ever feel out of control? Do you find yourself trying to avoid unpleasant thoughts or feelings that just won't go away? I understand that feeling like this can make it hard to get through your day and that’s why I am here to help you break free from those feelings. I am an LGBTQIA ally and aim to create a safe space for all my clients to express themselves freely. I have experience working with children and adults with a variety of issues including depression, mood disorders, anxiety, self-esteem, trauma, sexual abuse, suicidal ideations, life transitions, identity issues, grief, family conflict, and relationship issues.
Do you ever feel out of control? Do you find yourself trying to avoid unpleasant thoughts or feelings that just won't go away? I understand that feeling like this can make it hard to get through your day and that’s why I am here to help you break free from those feelings. I am an LGBTQIA ally and aim to create a safe space for all my clients to express themselves freely. I have experience working with children and adults with a variety of issues including depression, mood disorders, anxiety, self-esteem, trauma, sexual abuse, suicidal ideations, life transitions, identity issues, grief, family conflict, and relationship issues.
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Laura H. Frohboese
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
16 Endorsed
Fort Mill, SC 29708 (Online Only)
Who wants to just "manage" depression? You can manage feelings better in the moment but you also want to understand the root causes of them and make meaningful changes; you don't have to let your feelings control you.
You come to therapy to face hard truths in your life and learn better ways to handle them. Maybe you find yourself repeating the same patterns, having the same interactions, or feeling a certain way about yourself. I balance truth and tact, giving genuine feedback. I have over 20 years of experience helping adults overcome depression, anxiety, and life stress. Sometimes you're depressed & sometimes your life is depressing-usually it's some of both. I address both, helping you change the way you think, act, & feel, while also looking at your whole life situation, environment, lifestyle, friends & stressors.
Who wants to just "manage" depression? You can manage feelings better in the moment but you also want to understand the root causes of them and make meaningful changes; you don't have to let your feelings control you.
You come to therapy to face hard truths in your life and learn better ways to handle them. Maybe you find yourself repeating the same patterns, having the same interactions, or feeling a certain way about yourself. I balance truth and tact, giving genuine feedback. I have over 20 years of experience helping adults overcome depression, anxiety, and life stress. Sometimes you're depressed & sometimes your life is depressing-usually it's some of both. I address both, helping you change the way you think, act, & feel, while also looking at your whole life situation, environment, lifestyle, friends & stressors.
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April Neville Graham
Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Fort Mill, SC 29715 (Online Only)
I specialize in anxiety, grief, depression, and children struggling with ADHD and Conduct disorders.
If you’re interested in making positive changes in your life, please reach out to me. I help clients become more insightful about their needs, hold them accountable, and offer a wide variety of methods to aid clients in reaching their full potential. If you are ready to commit to making the necessary changes to have a more fulfilling life, let’s get to work!
I specialize in anxiety, grief, depression, and children struggling with ADHD and Conduct disorders.
If you’re interested in making positive changes in your life, please reach out to me. I help clients become more insightful about their needs, hold them accountable, and offer a wide variety of methods to aid clients in reaching their full potential. If you are ready to commit to making the necessary changes to have a more fulfilling life, let’s get to work!
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Christie Schnur
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
Fort Mill, SC 29707 (Online Only)
Life can feel incredibly hard - particularly in times of loss or transitions. Loss of a loved one, divorce, college, parenthood or just newly married. I am here for you. I will help you transform and create a new and empowering life. I have helped hundreds of college students, couples, families and individuals to conquer their struggles and fears and achieve peace, happiness and success. Learn how to stop sabotaging patterns that keep you stuck, lost, anxious, depressed or overwhelmed. I will provide you with tools to support and help you overcome the obstacles that keep you from living the life you deserve.
Life can feel incredibly hard - particularly in times of loss or transitions. Loss of a loved one, divorce, college, parenthood or just newly married. I am here for you. I will help you transform and create a new and empowering life. I have helped hundreds of college students, couples, families and individuals to conquer their struggles and fears and achieve peace, happiness and success. Learn how to stop sabotaging patterns that keep you stuck, lost, anxious, depressed or overwhelmed. I will provide you with tools to support and help you overcome the obstacles that keep you from living the life you deserve.
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Palmetto Counseling & Consulting Services, LLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LISW-CP, LCSW
Verified Verified
Fort Mill, SC 29708
Depression -Anxiety -Panic Attacks -Grief & Loss -ADHD -Autism Spectrum Disorders -Anger Management -Self-Esteem -Bipolar Disorder -Addiction -Mood Disorders -Trauma -Child / Adolescent Problems -Couples / Marital Therapy -Family Conflict Stress Management -Occupational Problems - Therapy for Children, Adolescents, Adults, Couples, Seniors, Families.
Palmetto Counseling is an established outpatient behavioral healthcare clinic with two locations — Rock Hill, SC, and Fort Mill, SC, both less than 30 miles from downtown Charlotte, NC. Opening in 2008, we are one of the largest mental health practices committed to offering the highest quality, accessible care, catered to all individuals across our widespread community. To schedule appointment Call 803-329-9639. tion.
Depression -Anxiety -Panic Attacks -Grief & Loss -ADHD -Autism Spectrum Disorders -Anger Management -Self-Esteem -Bipolar Disorder -Addiction -Mood Disorders -Trauma -Child / Adolescent Problems -Couples / Marital Therapy -Family Conflict Stress Management -Occupational Problems - Therapy for Children, Adolescents, Adults, Couples, Seniors, Families.
Palmetto Counseling is an established outpatient behavioral healthcare clinic with two locations — Rock Hill, SC, and Fort Mill, SC, both less than 30 miles from downtown Charlotte, NC. Opening in 2008, we are one of the largest mental health practices committed to offering the highest quality, accessible care, catered to all individuals across our widespread community. To schedule appointment Call 803-329-9639. tion.
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Carolinas Counseling Center- Brianne Whitmire
Licensed Professional Counselor, MEd, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
Fort Mill, SC 29708 (Online Only)
Only doing teletherapy/online sessions at this time. - From residential treatment to outpatient therapy, I have many years of experience working with children and adolescents. I have received specialized training in trauma, anxiety, depression, loss/grief, ADHD, and other behavioral concerns. I also have experience with working with adults and couples to address marital issues, stress management, anxiety, depression, trauma, and loss/grief. I received my Masters in Counseling at Winthrop University and am nationally certified (NBCC).
Only doing teletherapy/online sessions at this time. - From residential treatment to outpatient therapy, I have many years of experience working with children and adolescents. I have received specialized training in trauma, anxiety, depression, loss/grief, ADHD, and other behavioral concerns. I also have experience with working with adults and couples to address marital issues, stress management, anxiety, depression, trauma, and loss/grief. I received my Masters in Counseling at Winthrop University and am nationally certified (NBCC).
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Jonathan Hetterly, LLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LCMHC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Fort Mill, SC 29707
I help those with anxiety, depression, addiction, mental health related life disruption, marital struggles, and parenting problems.
The world is in the midst of great changes and challenges. Our mental health must be prioritized, or we will needlessly suffer as we accept and adapt to what is happening in our lives.
I help those with anxiety, depression, addiction, mental health related life disruption, marital struggles, and parenting problems.
The world is in the midst of great changes and challenges. Our mental health must be prioritized, or we will needlessly suffer as we accept and adapt to what is happening in our lives.
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When faced with complex challenges, anxiety, depression, or past hurts or trauma, you don't have to struggle alone.
Many of us are navigating change beyond what we prepared for. When our relationships become a source of stress, rather than the calming connection we seek out, our nervous systems protest, using coping styles designed for combat, not for love. We can push our partner away at the very same moment we need them the most. Are you worn from repeating negative patterns, longing for a clearer map to communicating needs? Marriages are healthiest when couples become shelter for each other, removing blocks to a satisfying bond. Using 30 years experience, I provide couples with personalized tools for more effective, satisfyiing relationships.
When faced with complex challenges, anxiety, depression, or past hurts or trauma, you don't have to struggle alone.
Many of us are navigating change beyond what we prepared for. When our relationships become a source of stress, rather than the calming connection we seek out, our nervous systems protest, using coping styles designed for combat, not for love. We can push our partner away at the very same moment we need them the most. Are you worn from repeating negative patterns, longing for a clearer map to communicating needs? Marriages are healthiest when couples become shelter for each other, removing blocks to a satisfying bond. Using 30 years experience, I provide couples with personalized tools for more effective, satisfyiing relationships.
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What is the goal of therapy for depression?
Therapy for depression has several major goals. One is to relieve the mental pain of depression, which distorts feeling and thinking so that sufferers cannot see beyond their current state of mind or envision feeling better. Another is to give people the mental tools to recognize and correct the kinds of distorted thinking that turn a problem into a catastrophe and lead to despair. Therapy also teaches people how to process negative emotions in constructive ways, so they have more control over their own emotional reactivity. And it helps people regain the ability to see themselves positively, the motivation to do things, and the capacity for pleasure.
What happens in therapy for depression?
Perhaps most important, no matter the type of therapy, patients form an alliance with the therapist; that connection is therapeutic in itself, plus it becomes an instrument of change. Patients learn to identify and to challenge their own erroneous beliefs and thoughts that amplify the effects of negative experiences. They learn to identify situations in which they are especially vulnerable. And they learn new patterns of thinking and behaving. They may be given “homework” assignments in which they practice their developing skills. In addition, good therapists regularly monitor patients to assess whether and how much the condition is improving.
What therapy types help with depression?
Several types of short-term therapy have been found effective, each targeting one or more areas of dysfunction. Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) helps clients challenge their negative thoughts and beliefs, learn new behavioral strategies, and curb reactivity to distressing situations. Behavioral activation (BA) is a form of therapy often used in conjunction with CBT; it focuses on engagement in rewarding activity as a pathway to changing negative feelings and disturbed mood. Another widely used approach is interpersonal therapy (IPT), which targets the social difficulties that both give rise to and get exacerbated by depression. Therapists may combine approaches as needed.
Can therapy for depression be done online?
Studies have found that online therapy can be highly effective for treating depression, although it may be more challenging to build a good therapist-patient alliance on screen than in person—at least at first. However, online therapy can offer considerable advantages. Accessibility and convenience are tops among them. Some people actually find it easier to talk about problems online than in person. While online therapy typically limits visibility of facial expression and body gestures that give important nonverbal cues to a patient’s state of mind, it can give therapists a glimpse into a patient’s world and life, providing information that can be highly useful in guiding therapy.
How effective is therapy for depression?
Many studies show that therapy is highly effective provided that patients complete the prescribed course of therapy, commonly 16 to 20 sessions. Over the long term, it is more effective than medication and the effects are more enduring. As a result, psychotherapy has the power not just to relieve current suffering but to prevent future episodes of the disorder. Therapy reverses the dysfunction in neural circuitry that disposes individuals to a negative view of themselves, the world, and their future and they acquire coping techniques, problem-solving skills, and understanding of their own vulnerabilities that are useful over the course of a lifetime.